Contracts Manager - Passive Fire Protection - West Midlands

About the Client

Our Client is a well-established organization specializing in fire protection and building safety solutions across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors. They are known for delivering high-quality passive fire protection services with a strong focus on compliance, safety, and operational excellence. The company offers a collaborative working environment with opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development.

Roles/Responsibilities

Manage multiple passive fire protection (PFP) projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification.
Oversee both direct labour teams and subcontractors, maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance.
Ensure compliance with all fire safety regulations, company procedures, and relevant standards including BS EN 1634, BS 8214, and BS 9999.
Maintain strong commercial awareness by monitoring budgets, costs, and project profitability.
Act as the key point of contact for clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Produce and manage project documentation, programmes, and progress reports.
Implement and monitor quality assurance processes, including Property Quality Plans (PQP) and Inspection and Test Plans (ITP), ensuring regulator-ready audit trails.
Drive continuous improvement by identifying process efficiencies, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives without compromising safety or compliance.
Ensure subcontractors and operatives are suitably qualified, trained, and using accredited materials and products.
Conduct site inspections, monitor defect resolution, and ensure all installations are properly recorded and traceable through digital systems.
Liaise with design teams, clients, and third-party auditors to resolve technical issues and maintain project momentum.
Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and operational excellence across all project teams.Qualifications & Skills

Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the fire protection, construction, or fire & security industries.
Strong understanding of fire stopping, fire doors, compartmentation, and containment systems.
Experience managing large-scale projects valued between £2–4 million.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management abilities.
Commercially astute with the ability to manage budgets and contractual obligations effectively.
Sound knowledge of fire safety regulations and relevant industry standards including BS EN 1634, BS 8214, and BS 9999.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery.
Experience overseeing subcontractors, direct labour teams, and project performance.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve technical and operational challenges effectively.
Proficiency in preparing project documentation, progress reports, and compliance records.Benefits

Competitive salary package circa £60,000 per annum.
Company car, laptop, and mobile phone provided.
Annual holiday allowance plus Bank Holidays.
Additional holiday entitlement based on length of service.
Pension plan.
Free on-site parking.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Inclusion in company social and team events.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities